Summer is the perfect time for enjoyable, arthritis-friendly outdoor activities. “Any physical activity that you enjoy and that is low impact on your joints is beneficial,” says Lisa Robinson, Physiotherapist & Clinical Practice Lead at Arthritis Society Canada. “Try to incorporate positive movement into your daily life. Think about what type of activity brings you
Being inside during the winter months does not have to mean being less active. Dr. Aksa Ahmed, a Chiropractor in Toronto and an Advanced Clinician Practitioner in Arthritis Care, shares some tips on how older adults with arthritis can take charge of their health this winter and stay active while inside. There are numerous research
Knees are one of the joints most commonly affected by arthritis and if you have arthritis in one or both knees, you know how much the pain and restricted mobility can limit you in day to day life. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help keep your knees moving. In this Arthritis Advice
Warmer weather is here, which means it’s time to get moving outside and enjoy the fresh air. Check out these ideas to do just that — whatever your level of fitness. 1. Walking Walking is one of the best physical activities to do while enjoying the outdoors. If you’ve been sedentary in recent months, start
Julia McNally (creator of The RA Yogi Youtube channel), a certified yoga instructor and chair yoga instructor living with rheumatoid arthritis, has partnered with Arthritis Society Canada to bring you Yoga for Arthritis, a 6-episode yoga series adapted for people living with arthritis or other mobility issues. “The classes are based on my personal yoga
We’ve all heard about importance of activity and exercise to help manage the symptoms of arthritis and other chronic diseases. Activities that put less load on your joints — like yoga — can be particularly beneficial. If you are hesitant to try yoga because of the bending and stretching involved or perhaps because of the
In this video, certified yoga instructor and chair yoga instructor for arthritis, Julia McNally (The RA Yogi), guides participants through a 20-minute yoga warm-up for the joints to help ease stiffness and pain. Participants have the option to remain seated during the entire session. Before starting any new exercise program, it’s important to speak with
Tai Chi is a commonly recommended exercise for people with arthritis because it is low-impact and can help you improve your strength, flexibility, and balance. Sometimes referred to as “moving meditation,” Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese mind-body practice that focuses on performing slow, controlled movements with an attention to your breath. It can help
Staying active is one of the most effective strategies to manage pain and improve wellbeing. A commonly held myth is that one shouldn’t exercise with joint pain and arthritis, but research has shown that exercise can tremendously reduce fatigue and pain-levels. The human body isn’t designed to be sedentary. While rest is crucial when navigating
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